Dark Water
CharacterDark Water is a liquid-based attack belonging to Berthier of the Spectre Sisters. It appears in both the 1990s anime and several video games, standing as a shadowy mirror to Sailor Mercury's own water magic.
Overview
Berthier, one of the four Spectre Sisters loyal to the Black Moon Clan, commands this water-driven technique. It turns up in the animated series and in supporting games, and fans regard it as the dark counterpart to Shine Aqua Illusion, the signature move of Sailor Mercury. A heightened form of the technique also exists under the name Dark Water Full Power.
Mechanics
Within the animated series, the move manifests as a surge of dark water launched at a target. The game Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon: Another Story reworks how it behaves, presenting it instead as a run of watery slashes that simply wound foes rather than trapping them in ice.
Notable Users
Berthier is the primary wielder in every appearance. She first turns it on Sailor Mercury during the clash between the Spectre Sisters and the guardians, then later uses it to flood the Chess Tower, one of the Crystal Points, with dark power in hopes of keeping it from helping form Crystal Tokyo. Inside Another Story, a figure named Nabu gains access to the same attack alongside her.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dark Water in Sailor Moon?
Dark Water is a water-based attack used by Berthier of the Spectre Sisters, regarded by fans as the dark counterpart to Sailor Mercury's Shine Aqua Illusion.
Who uses Dark Water?
Berthier is the primary user of Dark Water in every appearance, and a character named Nabu also wields it in the video game Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon: Another Story.
How does Dark Water work in the anime?
In the anime, Dark Water manifests as a surge of dark water that Berthier launches at a target, first turning it on Sailor Mercury during the clash between the Spectre Sisters and the guardians.
Does Dark Water have an upgraded form?
Yes, Berthier has a heightened version of the attack called Dark Water Full Power.
How does Berthier use Dark Water against the Crystal Points?
Berthier later uses Dark Water to flood the Chess Tower, one of the Crystal Points, with dark power in an attempt to keep it from helping form Crystal Tokyo.
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